Easy Beef Enchilada Pasta (Printable)

A satisfying fusion of beef, enchilada sauce, pasta, and cheddar cheese ready in 30 minutes.

# What You Need:

→ Protein & Dairy

01 - 1 lb lean ground beef
02 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
03 - 1/2 cup sour cream

→ Pasta

04 - 8 oz penne or rotini pasta

→ Vegetables

05 - 1 medium onion, diced
06 - 3 cloves garlic, minced

→ Sauce

07 - 1 cup enchilada sauce

# Directions:

01 - Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook the ground beef until fully browned, about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
02 - Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until the onion becomes translucent, approximately 3 to 4 minutes.
03 - Stir in the enchilada sauce and allow the mixture to simmer for 5 minutes to meld flavors.
04 - Meanwhile, prepare the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to the package until al dente. Drain thoroughly.
05 - Incorporate the cooked pasta into the skillet with the beef mixture. Stir well to combine and heat through evenly.
06 - Plate the pasta and top each serving with shredded cheddar cheese and a spoonful of sour cream.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • One pot meal
  • Freezer friendly
02 -
  • For extra flavor, add 1 teaspoon ground cumin and ½ teaspoon chili powder with the onions.
  • Use whole wheat or gluten free pasta if desired.
03 -
  • Garnish with chopped cilantro or sliced jalapeños for a fresh kick.
  • Swap ground chicken or turkey for a lighter version.
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